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Along with Sunset Beach and Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach is known as one of North Carolina's top three beach destinations for visitors with families. The beaches are pristine and calm, with soft white sand, minimal noise and crowds, and a gentle slope that's perfect for any child's first ocean experience. For older children, Ocean Isle Beach offers attractions like waterslides, hands-on museums, and child friendly beach activities. The waters are warmer than they are in the Outer Banks and they don't change drastically with the seasons, which makes Ocean Isle an excellent beach vacation spot at almost any time of the year.

Ocean Isle Beach offers many options beyond the beach as well. You can spend your days playing golf on one of the emerald green courses or visiting a spa for a relaxing massage. Shopping is also quite an experience here, since all three beaches offer a range of charming boutiques and the outlets of Myrtle Beach are just a short drive away. Additionally, the restaurants of Ocean Isle are unforgettable, which you might expect from the self-described seafood capital of the world.

Here are a few additional things to do during your stay in Ocean Isle Beach:

-See the Museum of Coastal Carolina: This natural history museum uses dioramas and interactive displays to depict the evolution of North and South Carolina.

-Take a culinary and winery tour: Visit some excellent wineries, sample the best offerings from local restaurants, and take a leisurely tour of North Carolina's vineyard country.

-Go turtle watching: May through October is nesting and hatching season for loggerhead sea turtles. If you're lucky, you may witness the actual moment of nest hatching!

Whether you're building sandcastles, enjoying a delicious southern breakfast, or making a pilgrimage to Old Baldy, the state's oldest historic lighthouse, you'll be busy all day long on Ocean Isle Beach. And when the sun sets you'll need a place to stay. Book a beautiful vacation rental any time of the year here. It's always easy to find a condo close to the heart of the shopping district or a beach house by the water!

$114

You cannot stay closer to the beach than this! Enjoy this oceanfront unit on the corner with windows and ocean on two sides. You see sunrises *and* sunsets on this east-west trending barrier island. Ocean Isle Beach (OIB) is fun and relaxing with plenty to do yet without the crowds of the larger beaches.
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Great Condo with Awesome View

Left on Feb 16, 2014 for a stay in September 2013

Wow! What a view! Really feels like you're in the sand right on the deck! September was the perfect time to be on the beach. The weather was fabulous and the condo was great. Very nicely decorated, clean and comfortable! Everything we needed for a great beach vacation was right in the condo! It was a perfect location near the pool and the boardwalk to the beach. Thanks Paula for a great …

$235

Key Lime Cottage is a charming, completely remodeled OIB home in the prime location on the island – lots of upgrades! Comfortably sleep 14 in this 5 bedroom (large rooms), 3 bath (2 bath, 1 shower), large front deck for viewing, sunning and relaxing. Very close to the beach access, central heat and air, dishwasher, …

$595

Our family purchased this wonderful house in July 2009. It has a reverse floor plan with the main living room, kitchen and master bedroom on the top floor. Though we have ocean views from all levels, it is this top floor that offers the best views. The deck has tables and chairs so you can relax here with your …

Outstanding vacation!

Left on Dec 01, 2011 for a stay in November 2011

We had a wonderful time visiting Ocean Isle and staying at this home. All 15 of us (10 adults, 5 children) were very comfortable. The ocean and ICW views were excellent...the home is exactly as described online. We look forward to returning again next year.

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$125 / night

$125

This beautiful well kept condo is located on the west end of Ocean Isle Beach, NC, about 30minutes north of Myrtle Beach.. Great for small families, couples and singles. An easy walk to the ocean, inlet and Intra Coastal Waterway. Comes with free Wi-Fi in the unit , gas grill and private pool for the condo units.
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$160 / night

$160

Two Bedroom Two Bath Ocean front condominium. Located directly on the beach and ocean front in a gated complex at the Exclusive West End of Island. Wonderful panoramic views of ocean and island.
ELEVATOR. 2 private Ocean front Outdoor pools, 1 kiddy pool, 1 indoor heated pool and a hot tub. This complex is located …

Perfect for our escape to the beach

Left on Jul 19, 2013 for a stay in July 2013

The house was just perfect for our needs. Not fancy, basic with all the "right stuff". The four bedrooms were nice sized with plenty of cupboard and drawer space. Each room had its own tv with a flat screen/dvd player in the lounge.

Everything worked. The kitchen was well stocked with accoutrements for cooking - we did indeed use the electric griddle to make pancakes. Plenty of air conditioning …

$458 / night

$458

I own an island beach house that you inquired about or have rented. The exact address is 206 West First Street, and located 1 mile south of the pier. You can see the location on Google Earth. First Street is the first one closest to the ocean so I am directly across the street from the ocean. The walkway to the beach…

house has everything you need!

Left on Apr 29, 2014 for a stay in April 2014

My husband and I went with 8 other people for a birthday weekend and it was great. The house has so much space, but is still cozy and intimate. The kitchen has everything you can think of down to a crockpot! The beds were soft and rooms were very spacious and comfortable. The whole house was clean and right across the street from the public beach access. Enough space outside to grill out and play…

$400 / night

$400

Ocean Front - Spectacular New Home - Opened July 2013
This 6bedroom ocean front masterpiece has more amenities than anything else on the island- equipped for fun.
Nestled in Ocean Isle Beach's private gated community, 7 Coggeshall comfortably sleeps 18 guests with 6 large bedrooms, and 6 full bathrooms and 2 extra …

It has EVERYTHING!

Left on Jun 23, 2014 for a stay in June 2014

This place was everything advertised and more. The property manager was very informative and responsive to the one minor issue we ran into. We had a group of 10, 11 on one night, and it was perfect for us. The beach was one of the best we have seen, smooth sand, soft ocean bottom and gradual depth changes, perfect for my 6 year-olds. The pool was a wonderful, calm place for a quick dip and we…

$120

CONTACT US DIRECT FOR GREAT SPRING RATES DIRECT FROM OWNER DON'T PAY EXTRA FOR MANAGEMENT FEES. This unit is in an oceanfront complex and has a wonderful view of the inlet and limited view of the ocean. The condo is just steps from a beautiful oceanfront pool and walkway to the beach. (No crossing a street to get …

Beautiful Condo! Wonderful Beach!

Left on Apr 12, 2010 for a stay in March 2010

Ocean Isle Beach is a wonderful place for families! And this condo is a perfect place to enjoy all that Ocean Isle has to offer. It's obvious that the owners have their guests as top priorities.....the condo is beautifully decorated, very clean and well-maintained. We had a great time walking on the beach, sitting on the balcony, and relaxing in the condo.

$450 / night

$450

Windows looking directly out to the beautiful Atlantic, this beach front home is the place for you! Built in 1972 and continually renovated throughout the last three decades, you will feel right at home in this open, relaxed home! 5 large bedrooms and a huge open living area make this home a great place for …

Great for families of all sizes

Left on Feb 17, 2012 for a stay in August 2011

Rented this house for my parents and 2 other siblings and family. The house is very open and roomy, yet is furnished so that it has many cozy spots. Great veiws of the beach from minute you walk in the door. Kitchen is well stocked, has a separate bar, cool multi-level layout. Also has grills, beach toys, chairs, etc. provided. Location is great close main bridge, but away from traffic and …

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$220 / night

$220

Traditional Ocean Isle Beach Vacation Cottage steps from the ocean:
This great beach house can also be found at http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p961699
Spend a week, not a fortune at Islands End beach house
Description:
Before there were beach McMansions, there were beach cottages. Originally built in the …

$299

Please call or email for availability. The Copper Top - Location, Location, Location!!! Walk to town or ride one of our 5 bikes available free to you from this 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath ocean view beach house with private pool (Option to heat-additional charge). Walk to restaurants, mini golf, arcade, fishing pier, ice …

Coppertop is an ideal getaway!

Left on Apr 06, 2014 for a stay in March 2014

We had a great experience in Ocean Isle, while staying at the Coppertop. My friends and I, have made numerous golf trips to the Myrtle Beach area, and this is by far, our favorite place to stay. It has all the amenities you need, and then some, while being in a very convenient location. It is just across the bridge, near numerous restaurants, and just one lot off the beach, not too mention, …

$150

This home is very nicely furnished and packed with things for family fun- the second family room in the loft and the shotgun style (center living area flanked by 2 bedrooms on each side) style floor plan is a great setup for privacy for the extended family.
Some of the great features included with the price are... …

Look No Further!!

Left on Aug 15, 2013 for a stay in July 2013

We have rented this home for our annual vacation for 2 years now and it is without a doubt one of the best values and nicest houses we have stayed in. Everything you could possibly need is there and then some! The golf cart to and from the beach and around the island is an added bonus. We have already booked for next year. The two decks are wonderful and the canal is a great place for …

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$105 / night

$105

This rental can also be found on http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p295292
Condo Description:/Vital Statistics:
Master Bedroom: Queen
Hall Bunk Alcove: Queen futon (lower), Twin (upper)
Living Room Sleeper Sofa: Queen
One Full (modern) bathroom with stack washer/dryer
Channel Harbor is located on the far west …

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$200 / night

$200

COMFORT CASUAL, this is a very nice property that packs a lot of value into this smaller home. Perfect for the smaller family. Includes Premium CABLE, a great back porch, and ping pong table. Golf Cart with value of over $300 included in the base weekly price.
PING PONG TABLE IN ENCLOSED GROUND LEVEL GARAGE-…

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$195 / night

$195

Wonderful large upscale Villa at Ocean Isle Beach.
This villa is a beautiful 2nd row, 4BR/4BA Islander Villa is the closest unit in the entire Islander Resort to the Oceanfront Pool at the Isles Beach Club. The Isles Beach club also serves as your beach access. If you stay in another Islander Villa, you will …

$160

"One o'these days..." is our charming three bedroom, two bath cottage with a great location at the east end of Ocean Isle Beach, NC. You can enjoy a spectacular ocean view from the the back deck as well as the tranquil view of Shallotte Inlet and Intracoastal Waterway from the front deck. It's quite common to watch…

$150

The back of this home is directly fronted on a canal waterway. These canals are manmade. Some of the older canals have natural edges, and the newer ones have nicer concrete sides to them. 25 Leland is on one of the concrete canals, with deep water, and can handle boat travel, even at low tide. This canal waterway …

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$600 / night

$600

This a large upscale home just a few steps from the beach. There are good ocean views from the upper level covered deck.
The private pool is nice and refreshing. The beach is across the street, and the small quaint retail district of Ocean Isle is a short walk away - pier, shops, restaurant, Putt Putt, and an Ice …

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$785 / night

$785

Spectacular OCEANFRONT home with Private Swimming Pool.
This beautiful oceanfront home has 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms which sleeps up to 23 people. Each bedroom is equipped with flat screen tv's, dvd players, clock radios, and beautiful nautical bedding and decorations.
The kitchen is fully equipped with 2 …

About Ocean Isle Beach

Along with Sunset Beach and Holden Beach, Ocean Isle Beach is known as one of North Carolina's top three beach destinations for visitors with families. The beaches are pristine and calm, with soft white sand, minimal noise and crowds, and a gentle slope that's perfect for any child's first ocean experience. For older children, Ocean Isle Beach offers attractions like waterslides, hands-on museums, and child friendly beach activities. The waters are warmer than they are in the Outer Banks and they don't change drastically with the seasons, which makes Ocean Isle an excellent beach vacation spot at almost any time of the year.

Ocean Isle Beach offers many options beyond the beach as well. You can spend your days playing golf on one of the emerald green courses or visiting a spa for a relaxing massage. Shopping is also quite an experience here, since all three beaches offer a range of charming boutiques and the outlets of Myrtle Beach are just a short drive away. Additionally, the restaurants of Ocean Isle are unforgettable, which you might expect from the self-described seafood capital of the world.

Here are a few additional things to do during your stay in Ocean Isle Beach:

-See the Museum of Coastal Carolina: This natural history museum uses dioramas and interactive displays to depict the evolution of North and South Carolina.

-Take a culinary and winery tour: Visit some excellent wineries, sample the best offerings from local restaurants, and take a leisurely tour of North Carolina's vineyard country.

-Go turtle watching: May through October is nesting and hatching season for loggerhead sea turtles. If you're lucky, you may witness the actual moment of nest hatching!

Whether you're building sandcastles, enjoying a delicious southern breakfast, or making a pilgrimage to Old Baldy, the state's oldest historic lighthouse, you'll be busy all day long on Ocean Isle Beach. And when the sun sets you'll need a place to stay. Book a beautiful vacation rental any time of the year here. It's always easy to find a condo close to the heart of the shopping district or a beach house by the water!

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